SAN
San Diego
United States
9,022 km
5,606 miles
YAI
Chillan
Chile
Distance
9,022 km
5,606 mi / 4,871 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
145°
southeast

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SAN YAI
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins Airport
IATA Code SAN YAI
ICAO Code KSAN SCCH
City San Diego Chillan
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Santiago
Elevation 17 ft 495 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 -36.580000, -72.030000

San Diego (SAN) to Chillan (YAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins Airport (YAI) in Chillan, Chile is 9,022 kilometers (5,606 miles / 4,871 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:33 in San Diego, it's 17:33 in Chillan. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Chillan (YAI) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins Airport (YAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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